Report on the virtual workshop regarding the draft protocol for the evaluation of emergency authorisations of fungicides and bactericides submitted under Article 53 of[...]

This report provides an overview of the virtual workshop held on the 31^st of October 2025 as part of the GP/EFSA/PLANTS/2023/02 project titled 'Support to urgent authorisations on Plant Health and Pesticides'. The primary aim of the workshop was to introduce the draft protocol for fungicides and bactericides and to solicit feedback from experts regarding its provisions and its potential to harmonize emergency authorisation procedures across the EU. The meeting featured an introductory session, followed by the main event, which comprised three breakout sessions. Each breakout group addressed identical topics, facilitating participants' exchange of perspectives and provision of valuable insights. The outcomes derived from these discussions was subsequently presented and deliberated during the plenary session. The discussions highlighted areas of agreement and divergence, setting the stage for further improvements. The insights garnered during the workshop are anticipated to contribute to the refinement of the protocol, ensuring that the final version adequately addresses the needs of Member States and fosters harmonization in managing emergency authorisation requests across the EU.